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Monday, April 23, 2012

Fight period blues with FOOD - Day 2


Lentils are another good option if you suffer from moodiness.  The complex carbohydrates boost serotonin which promotes a feeling of well-being and relaxation.  Lentils are also rich in fiber, protein and the B vitamin, thiamin, good for energy and decreasing PMS symptoms.

Milk/Yogurt and Canned Salmon provide us with calcium and vitamin D which alleviate PMS symptoms.  The omega-3 fatty acids in the salmon also help with mood swings and cramps.  Oysters are another source of omega-3s and iron.  Vegetarians can get omega-3x from avocado and flax seed. The uterus secretes prostaglandins and leukotrienes which causes the uterus to contract which in turn causes cramps. Omega-3s help our body to release less of these chemicals so we can have less cramping.

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